Graduation Information

Onsite Graduation Ceremony Information

Event Details

The onsite graduation ceremony is scheduled for December 11, 2026. Please be aware that this is a change from previous years, as prior ceremonies were held in Albany, Georgia. Both graduates and their guests should make plans to attend the event at the new Bainbridge location.

Location: Bainbridge, Georgia
Address of Graduation: Southern Regional Technical College

Student Wellness Center
2500 East Shotwell Street
Bainbridge, Georgia

Additional Ceremony Details

There will be a charge to the graduates in the form of a sermon.

Requirements for Graduates

Graduates who plan to participate in the ceremony must complete several requirements by the specified deadlines:

All tuition payments must be completed by October 15^th, 2026.
The degree/administration fee of $300.00, required for ordering your degree, must be paid by October 15, 2026.
An onsite/attendance fee of $400.00 is mandatory, and this fee is separate from the degree/administration fee.
Each graduate who wishes to have pictures taken should pay by using the link from photographer (ATS can email you the picture link). This is optional and not required for participation. Picture packages range from very low to high packages.
Graduates receiving honors are required to purchase an honor medallion for $60.00. In addition, honor graduates must also purchase a gold honor stole for $25.00.

Graduates and guests should arrive at 12PM. Please, do NOT be late.

Graduation starts at 1:00 PM sharp!!!

You must bring these items to onsite graduation. They will not be sold at graduation or provided at graduation.

You may pay fees by debit or credit card.
All graduates must purchase cap and gown by going to www.andersonvilleseminary.com and scrolling to the bottom of the home page.

You must order cap and gown from the following link

https://trimandtassels.com/graduationcapsgowns/www-trimandtassels-com-preset/ats.html

Wearing a robe is required for all graduates during the ceremony.

All coursework must be submitted by October 15^th, 2026.

Guest Information

No formal invitations are required for guests to attend the graduation ceremony. Graduates may invite as many guests as they wish. However, graduates must email Julie at Julie@andersonvilleseminary.com with the total number of guests attending. While not required, graduates may choose to purchase invitations online from any vendor to send to their guests.

Contact Julie @ Andersonvilleseminary.com for additional onsite graduation information.

Graduation Requirements

To participate in the onsite graduation ceremony, students must complete all required coursework and submit the necessary graduation application forms by the established deadlines. This ensures the seminary can properly plan and accommodate all graduates during the event.

The graduation application includes details on the student's academic progress, contact information, and any special accommodations needed. Submitting this form on time is crucial for the seminary to finalize the graduation logistics and communicate important details to attendees.

Graduation Logistics

The onsite graduation ceremony is scheduled for June 20, 2025, and will take place on the Andersonville Theological Seminary campus. Students and guests should plan to arrive the day before the event to allow sufficient time to check in, rehearse, and prepare for the ceremony.

The seminary has reserved a block of rooms at nearby hotels to provide discounted accommodations for graduates and their families. Shuttle services will also be available to transport attendees from the hotels to the campus on the day of the event.

Graduation Attire and Regalia

All graduates are required to wear the official Andersonville Theological Seminary academic regalia, including a cap, gown, and hood. These items can be ordered through the seminary's bookstore and must be picked up prior to the ceremony.

Graduates should also plan to wear appropriate professional attire underneath the regalia, such as a dress, suit, or slacks and a button-down shirt. This helps maintain the dignity and formality of the graduation event.

Graduation Ceremony and Celebration

The onsite graduation ceremony will feature speeches from the seminary's administration, the presentation of diplomas, and a special recognition of graduates. Families and friends are invited to attend and celebrate the accomplishments of the students.

Following the ceremony, the seminary will host a reception where graduates and their guests can mingle, take photographs, and enjoy light refreshments. This is an opportunity for the community to congratulate the new alumni and wish them well in their future endeavors.